The Maniac All-Stars

The Maniac All-Stars to Remix Linkin Park's New Single "Catalyst"

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 08:35:00 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

It's finally here! Much work went into this remix and I truely hope that above all our passion for the music shines through. Now enjoy our Psy-Electronic Rock N Bass Remix of Linkin Park's The Catalyst. This remix features re-pitched vocals, Speaker Busting Bass, Neck Breaking Breaks, Buzz Saw Synths - All on a High-Energy voyage into "UNKNOWN" - This Remix has been 100% Maniac Approved! Check it out at www.indabamusic.com/submissions/show/24820

Sincerely,

The Maniac All-Stars

Have "BREAKfast" with the Maniac All-Stars at The BIG UP Music Festival

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 09:45:00 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

We just finished our promo video for our "BREAKfast" performance at The Big UP music festival. We are doing a full on live set from 6AM-7:30AM with a healthy dose of Psy-Breaks and Dubstep rock. For information on purchasing tickets please see the BIG UP Blog post below for details. This is going to be awesome show with THE FULL BAND (guitar, drummer, synths, DJ) - including MC's B.O.P. and Figure of Speech. See you there!

The Maniac All-Stars to Release Exclusive Remix for the FiXT Store

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 03:58:47 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

We just remixed modern rock group Bullet Proof Messenger's track "Control." The track was just released as a FiXt Store Exclusive as part of the Fixt Remix Vs. Series. The Maniacs version of "Control" is an breaktastic electronic rock track sure to get your blood pumping. The track even has special guest vocals from Maniac All-Star rapper B.O.P. The track is part of a compliation that also features eight new remixes of BulletProof Messenger by the FiXT Remix community including Maniac All-Stars' friend Andrew Maze. Deluxe edition includes instrumental versions of all eight mixes. Now go listen to a pre-view and purchase the track and get your MANIAC ON for only 99 Cents and the whole compliation for $7.99. Click here to give a listen!

The Maniac All-Stars To Help Send Erothyme to Camp Bisco

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 07:33:37 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

Our friend Erothyme just did a killer remix of Bassnector's Frenzy for The 2nd annual Camp Bisco Remix contest. He was a special guest performer in our Camp Bisco Set last year. We would like you to send your support to his remix by listening and voting below:

Join The Maniac All-Stars at The Big Up Music Festival using our Exclusive DISCOUNT CODE!

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

We are happy to announce that the Maniac All-Stars will be performing live at The Big UP Music festival in Ghent NY Aug. 5-7 along side the talents of RAQ, Telepath, Ott, Emancipator, Vibesquad,and Eskmo to name a few. The Big Up features 3 full nights of music, art, and camping on 1500 acres.

We even have an exclusive Maniacal Discount for The Big Up Tickets by typing "maniacallstarsfans" in the discount code box when you order your tickets. You can enter your Discount Code and purchase tickets by clicking Here

The Big UP Features Music from across the country and around the world with visionary multimedia and visual artists collaborating to create a living landscape of musical entertainment, interactive art and sustainable initiatives in an intimate setting.

The venue Sunnyview Farm hosts 1500 acres of breathtaking views provide a one-of-a-kind venue for wooded camping, an onsite farmer's market, large-scale multimedia installations, and workshops dedicated to hands-on sustainable skills and collaborative art.

This experience is sure to be unforgettable. Get your early birds tickets with a maniac discount for only $60 before they are out by following the directions below:

1. Go to http://www.brownpapertickets.com/producerevent/99418

2. Click on the Begin Order Button in the "I wish to buy tickets for this event" box located on the right.

3. Type "maniacallstarsfans" in the Discount code Box and then Click the "Show Additional Prices" Button

4. Select the quanity of tickets next next to MANIACALLSTARSFANS $60.00 then continue to Check out for payment

5. Tell your friends and spread the word

6. Free Download of our Remixes Album featuring The Crystal Method, The Roots, Telepath, Celldweller and more to jam out to on your drive to the festival by click here:http://www.maniacmusic.net/go/music-album-download?id=24158http://www.maniacmusic.net/go/music-album-download?id=24158

Check The Big Up Website for all the details about the event:
http://www.thebigup.com/

The Maniac All-Stars Present: Maniacal Mixtape Vol. 1 FREE Download

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:45:00 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

It is about that time! Spring is in the air, the weather is warming up, and the Maniac All-Stars with Dirty Decibels Productions are starting to plan some sweet EXCLUSIVE events. These events are going to be maniac only and will feature good vibes along with The Maniac All-Stars and friends. To recievce invites to these events join our mailing list.

In other news, We have just secured a very sweet rave friendly venue 15 mins from Philly with a super sound system and enough lights to keep xmas here all year long - Our first event there will be a 18 to enter 21 to Drink - Also.....

ATTENTION: We just finished making The Maniac All-Stars Presents: Maniacal Mixtape Vol. 1!

This features some of our favorite tunes we are bumping in our MP3 players as well as some exclusives, Re-edits and more.

Download this mixtape by following this link and please pass it on to your music MANIAC friends:

http://www.maniacmusic.net/go/music-download?id=527582

The Maniac All-Star's New Favorite Russian Remixer Andrew Maze

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 13:43:50 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

This is our new friend Andrew Maze, a talented remixer based out of Russia. He was just selected as a finalist in the "I Will Never Be The Same" Remix contest hosted at our second home www.fixtremix.com. His remix is F$%^ing Maniacal and we are highly considering using his remix services in the future. Please follow the links below and show him the same support you would have shown us and Vote!

http://www.fixtremix.com/contests/v/worldless/17/

Also Check his originals track and see what else other audio goodies he has in store and tell us what you think about him:

www.myspace.com/mazesound

Sincerely,

The Maniac All-Stars

The Maniac All-Stars Win Fixtremix.com's International Remix Contest

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:57:57 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

We are extremely happy to announce that The Maniac All-Stars Final Rebirth receieved top honors today in Fixtremix.com's International remix contest. The Maniac All-Stars win a once in a life time mentoring session with electronic rock pioneer Celldweller along with thousands in prizes. This marks as the All-Stars fourth 1st place finish to end their extremely successful Remix contest career. Their debut EP is currently in the works so stay tuned and check back often for updates, shows, DJ sets, and more. Thanks to all the Maniacs who made this possible!

Sincerely,

SAT and Dennis Mcfly
The Maniac All-Stars

The Maniac All-Stars Finalists in Celldweller's "So Long Sentiment" Remix Contest

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 17:55:00 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

The Maniac All-Stars were hand pick by Celldweller and the Fixt team as Finalist in the "So Long Sentiment" remix contest. Our remix is now up and ready for your vote. This is our final remix contest for a while and would love to end it with a 1st place win, but need 5 secs of your time! Here is what you have to do :

1. Go to http://poll.fm/1lsh2 for the HTML Version or Go here for Flash Version

2. Check the Box next to The Maniac All-Stars Final Rebirth located 2nd from The Bottom.

3. Click vote button

4. This is a bonus, but Blog, Email blast, Tweet, strip naked & paint it on your body while running the streets, or just tell your friends to vote and spread the word. We have a chance of winning, but can't do it alone - We need you Maniacs!

Much Respect,

The Maniac All-Stars

Plus check this Sweet Video made by Maniac Raquel

B.O.P. Drops an Exclusive Freestyle for You and More!

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:20:00 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

B.O.P. stumbled his way into the studio this passed weekend to track some verses for his upcoming album. He also linked up with fellow All-Stars DJ SAT and Mcfly and is dropping an Exclusive re-imagination entitled 99 Beers feat.a VERY special guest . I heard the demo of the track and you can expect a full on lyrical assault with some of the most riduclious flows you willl ever hear. Backpack promotions came through and caught an Exclusive freestyle for us as well. Enjoy!

The Maniac All-Stars Official Time Line and The Maniac Studio Tour Video

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:00:00 GMT

The Maniac All-Stars Time Line:

2007 - DJ SAT Wins Vh1 "Next Great Producer Contest" on Vh1's The Score with Questlove (From The Roots)
http://maniacmusic.net/media.cfm

2008 - Static-Pro (DJ SAT and Dennis Mcfly) win The Roots remix contest on indabamusic
http://www.okayplayer.com/okp-news-blog/audio/rising-down-remix-contest-winner,-static-pro-200901077104/

2009 - The Maniac All-Stars Officially formed
http://www.youtube.com/user/blackomen99#p/u/4/5xc7T1DggOA

2009 - The MAS Win people's choice and voted number 1 in K-OS Remix Contest on Indaba Music
http://www.indabamusic.com/featured_programs/show_original/kos_zambony

2009 - The Maniac All-Stars' MC B.O.P. Wins 2nd place in International MC contest on Indaba Music
http://www.indabamusic.com/featured_programs/show/classified

2009 - The MAS Win Remix Magazine and Sony Acid Planets Two round Camp Bisco Remix Contest
http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/news/newsletter.asp?eid=403

2009 - The MAS Featured in Remix Magazine

2009- The MAS Have their first live performance at The Camp Bisco Music Festival along side NAS, Damian Marley, Asher Roth, The Disco Biscuits, Shpongal, Flying Lotus, STS9, Telepath, and many more. http://www.campbisco.net/09/artists.html

2009 - The MAS makes history by being the first group to Top both AP and Indaba remix charts at the same time with the same song with their Remix of The crystal Method's Come Back Clean - (honorable mention in the Contest)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSiCn128840

2009 - The MAS host their first underground RAVE event
http://www.youtube.com/user/TheManiacAllstars#p/u/9/7vf5v8wmJ_s

2010 - The MAS Win 2nd on Fixtremix.com Louder Than Words Remix Contest
http://www.fixtremix.com/contests/v/louder-than-words/1/

2010 - Start their anticipated debut EP

The Maniac All-Stars Time Line:

Stimulating Your Penetration

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:45:00 GMT

Dear Music Maniacs,

My brother and I have been experimenting with different selling methods and brain storming promotion ideas as we build our fan base and ready the upcoming release of our anticipated debut EP for our Maniac All-Stars project. We felt like it be a good idea for you to join us on our adventure and learn from us and our mistakes. To get started here is an article we just wrote based on our experiences after reading Music Releasing Strategies on Fixt music and would like to share our input with all of you:

We have found and agree it is good to do the "Free" strategy to gain exposure faster especially in the beginning when your unknown. One way to help counteract the "devalue the non-monetary qualities of your music" Jimmy Rhodes (of Fixtremix.com) talked about is by backing your music with some form of credibility. First thing SIGN yourself to yourself by making your own record label. Thanks to the major label marketing engines, most people think if your not signed your not worth their time - how many times have you heard "Are you signed?" or "I'm artist trying to get signed to (insert major label here)?" Don't Wait! Get ahead of the pack and sign yourself.

Next find a couple well-known artists that you could compare yourself to in a creative way when describing your music. This helps spark interest in people, gets them excited, and makes life easier for journalists that make you famous. Our music sounds like electronic based classic rock with underground rave influences so we describe it as: "If the Prodigy and Led Zeppelin had a bastard love child who was conceived at a rave."

.....So What's yours?

Finally a great way to achieve creditability is by entering Remix Contests and getting an artist association. When I (DJ Satisfaction) worked for a major label management company artists used to pay $5000 and up for a feature to be on their records. Now you can enter a remix contest and get a feature for free and even have a chance to win some prizes. That is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to remix contests. We will cover this topic in-depth in the near future because if you know anything about The Maniac All-Star it is one of our specialties. (if you don't read our bio http://maniacmusic.net/themaniacallstars.com and find out)

Ok, so when talking about our music we can say "Yes we are currently signed to Maniac Music, an Independent record label. We have done remixes for The Crystal Method, Celldweller, and The Roots. We are currently working on our debut EP that sounds like The Prodigy and Led Zeppelin's bastard love child..." See that has a nice ring to it doesn't it. Now you try it.

Now some maniacs are in need of the money to pay bills, support video game addictions, traffic fines, or bribing officer Brown down the street and can't be giving all their music for free, so we developed a cool hybrid release version that combines the ideas of the "Free," the "Value" and the now popular bundle plans mentioned above plus we added an Urban influenced street sell option infused for those brave souls who want fast cash. These methods have been proven very successful for us on past releases.

First you release a standard version of a EP (5 songs) for free available digitally on the website for signing the email list

Next you have a $5 hard copy version of the album (10 tracks), but you dont spend too much on the manufacturing for the CD hard copy - light scribe and flyer insert like a street hiphop mixtapes are fine - Sell these $5 for both the CD hard copy and HQ digital download together.

Next offer a version for $10+ hardcopy and digital Download together that includes album art/Digi-Pak, bonus tracks, enhanced with video, and have the tracks rather than just play straight like the $5 album have them blend into each track with cool transitions like a DJ mix session - maybe even produce the transitions into little interludes like The Avalanches - "Since I Left You" album. Finally, start making bundles with cool extras like Commentary, b-sides, merchandise, Vinyl, hand drawn pictures by the band or a real unique Polaroid pic with each bundle something that can't be pirated and make a great connect with the fan.

By doing this your are appealing to everyone's buying range from Free all the way up to $100+. Now if you need money fast and can't wait until your promotion campaign starts returning your investment then the maniacs have your solution.

Now if you need money fast and have a some courage and a little salesmanship you can sell the CDs in the streets, mall, music concerts, clubs and anywhere you little heart desires. I will tell you this isn't for the weak of heart so meditate, take a few shots of vodka, get the peace pipe, and do what you need to prepare yourself mentally for a day full of mostly rejection, but you will be coming home a winner here is why:

Many artists look down upon selling music in the streets and feel that you failed at not getting a deal that is where you end up -

!!!!!!!!WRONG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That is a great place to start while your promotion campaign is in process and street selling can even be incorporated into the promotion. Ok now think about it - What better way to get fans than to meet them, build rapport, get a connection, tell them about your shows, album, etc.. and get paid on top of it - My brother and I averaged around $300 a week doing this in our spare time plus it makes for excellent networking opportunities. We have ran into radio DJs and Clubs DJ and received air play and club spins, Celebrities, met a couple of lady friends including my current aka our lead street team member, and found other artists who we can do shows that share a common fan base. We will be talking more about the techniques of selling on the streets topic more in a future article.

OK, this post was just a little intro to stir the mental music engine, some food for thought if you will, on your career and shining some light into the land of the Maniacs. As for our next article, it is sure to open your eyes to the opportunities and realities of the famous REMIX CONTEST. Stay Tuned!!!!

Now some shameless self-promo be sure to check out our LAST REMIX indefinitely as we finally retire our remix contest circuit run and start working on our debut EP. Behold - So Long Sentiment (*The Maniac All-Stars Final Rebirth) Coming Soon!

Erothyme's New Album Release

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:41:49 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

Our good friend and fellow artist Erothyme has just released another PsyDM master piece. I suggest you all check it out:

You can download it at http://beardologyrecords.com/brd009.php [MP3] or http://erothyme.bandcamp.com [pretty much any other format].

That said, the physical release is now underway, and you are invited to take part in it if you so choose!

The CD comes in a gorgeous digipak. It costs $10, or $15 outside of the US. You can buy it at http://erothyme.net/info.

Beardology says:

"Coincidentia Oppositorum is a full-length PsyDM epic from Erothyme which is liable to propel you into the astral plane. It is unique and transformative and, while complete in its own right, will leave you ensured that the journey is truly only beginning. Prepare to have your third ear thoroughly stimulated."

The Maniac All-Stars Visit Wrecked Radio!

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 09:08:14 GMT

The Maniac All-Stars Win $1800 in Prizes for their remix of Celldweller

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 20:05:00 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

We are proud to announce the Maniac All-Stars still remain the only group, to my knowledge, that have recieved honors in every national and international remix contest they have enter since their formation with their 2nd place finish out of over 250 entries in Fixtremix.com's "Louder Than Words" competition. The Maniac All-Stars remix of "Louder Than Words" will be featured in an up coming release on FiXT Label showcasing the best remixes of the track- so make sure you pick that up. Thanks Maniacs we couldn't of done it without you!

Sincerely,

The Maniac All-Stars

The M.A.S.'s Rapper B.O.P. Releases Solo Dark Hip-Hop EP Bottles of Problems

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:10:45 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

The Bottle of Problems EP from rapper B.O.P. comes straight from the underground to Maniac Music today. This EP takes listeners on a trip into the dark side of hip-hop where many go, but few ever leave...and where the thin line between genius and insane is blurred...Maniacs I present The Bottles Of Problems EP by B.O.P. (produced by The Maniac All-Stars) - Get it FREE:

Get it Free Here: http://maniacmusic.net/bop.cfm

Sincerely,

The Maniac All-Stars

Celldweller Louder Than Words Remix Contest

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:35:00 GMT

Dear Maniacs,

Our Celldweller remix of "Louder Than Words" is now up and ready for your vote. As you know, we have worked over a period of a couple months solely on this project just for the contest. You know eveyone love the maniacs - so let history repeat itself and lets take another step for Maniac kind. Here is what you have to do:

1. Go to http://www.fixtremix.com/register/ and make an account
2. Confirm you email address
3. Log in to Fixt using the email address and password you use to set up your account
4. Go to http://www.fixtremix.com/remix/v/louder-than-words-louder-than-words-the-maniac-all-stars-rebirth-by-the-maniac-all-stars/610/
5. Click the vote link
6. Give us a 5 star rating
7. There is only 1st vote allowed per account in this contest so make sure you use it on The Maniac All-Stars

8. This is a bonus, but Blog, Email blast, strip naked paint it on your body while running the streets, or just tell your friends to vote. We have a great chance of winning, but can't do it alone - We need you Maniacs!

Peace, Love, and Respect,

The Maniac All-Stars

Maniac Production Tip: One way to process vocals to sound sampled

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:45:00 GMT

Dear Fellow Maniac,

We felt it was time to share another production tip with you. This one comes straight from our Come Back Clean remix we did for the Crystal Method (which can be downloaded from Free in the music section). Enjoy the video and feel free to email us any production questions so we may add the topic to a future video.

Mode Monday with the Maniac All-Stars - Live DJ set - Raven Lounge - 11/2/2009

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:50:00 GMT

Mode Monday with The Maniac All-Stars - DJ Set - 9pm - 2am live at the Raven Lounge 17th-18th Sansom Philadelphia PA
No cover - +21 with ID - $2 PRB Drink Specials

Mode is a brand spankin' new party that will be happening the first Monday of every month at Raven Lounge. We know how much Monday nights suck, but now you've got your very own shining beacon of hope for at least one of them.

Mode
Nov, 2009 (+ Every 1st Monday after)
@ RAVEN LOUNGE

1718 Sansom St.
Philadelphia, PA

Free Entry / 10pm-2am / 21+ w/ID

Maniac All-Stars Star In Their First Video game!

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:40:00 GMT

We are happy to announce the Maniac All-Stars not only star in, produced the whole sound track, and even programed their first video game. This is a space shooter! Straight old skool nintendo style for all our classic gamers out there. Enjoy this free download! We have a feeling this is going to be the first of more to come...

Click here to download The Maniac All-Stars's Maniac Attack space shooter for FREE